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What is the difference between AC, DC, and HPC charging?

AC Charging

  • Type: Most home charging stations, the Flexible Fast Charger, and also some public charging stations.  
  • Output: up to 19.2kW 
  • Connector: J1772 Connector 
  • Compatibility: Suitable for both battery electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles 

 

DC Charging 

  • Type:  Public Charging Stations (Level 3) 
  • Output: Approx. 50kW or higher output 
  • Connector: CCS1 Connector 
  • Compatibility: Only for battery electric vehicles, not plug-in hybrids  

  

High Power Charging (HPC) 

  • Type: More powerful DC Charging method (e.g., IONNA, Electrify America) 
  • Output: up to 350kW 
  • Connector: CCS1 Connector  
  • Compatibility: Only for battery electric vehicles, not plug-in hybrids  

 

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